Guidance for Candidates at Parish council elections in England Print this page Print full guidance You are in the Qualifications and disqualifications for standing for election section Guidance for Candidates at Parish council elections in England What you need to know before you stand as a candidate Qualifications and disqualifications for standing for election Can I stand for election in more than one parish council? Yes, you can stand for election in different parish councils, provided you are qualified to stand in all those parish councils. Last updated: 1 December 2023 Book traversal links for Can I stand for election in more than one parish council? Bankruptcy restrictions or interim orders Can I stand for election in more than one ward within the same parish council?